Official Desktop App

Cat Gatekeeper

Set a work timer
The cat takes over your screen when it is time for a break

10,000+ total downloads

WHAT'S NEW

June 20, 2026: Update Notes

• You can now add your favorite photos.

• You can now remove the background from added photos.

• Motion features have been added.

• The menu screen display and behavior have been improved.

• Fixed an issue where the Dock icon could become unstable during breaks on Mac.

• Fixed an issue where the menu might not appear after ending a paused countdown on Mac.

Past updates

May 24, 2026: Desktop app released!

Cat Gatekeeper Desktop is now available for both Windows and Mac.

May 1, 2026: Official website launched

The official Cat Gatekeeper website is now available.

FEATURES

New Features

When it is time for a break, cats appear with charming motion to firmly stop your work. Add your favorite photos or remove backgrounds to create your ideal interruption scene.

Cats appear at break time

When it is time to rest, a cat appears on your desktop.

Screen for adding a custom cat photo

Add a photo

Register your favorite photo as My Cat.

Example of a cat photo shown after background removal

Remove the background

Remove the background from your photo so it blends naturally into the screen.

Add motion

Add movement to your photo while it appears during breaks.

OUR CATS

Cat photos wanted

Everyone's cats wanted!

HOW TO

01

Set the timer

Choose your work and break time.

02

Start working

Keep the timer minimized
while you work.

03

Take the break

When time is up,
the cat appears with a break reminder.

PRIVACY

No ads No tracking tools are used
Local timer Your timer settings stay on your device
No account No login is required to use the app

Q&A

Is this the same as the browser extension?

No. The browser extension is for social media sites in your browser. The desktop app is a timer-style app for your computer, and it also works for tasks outside the browser.

Which platforms are supported?

It works on macOS and Windows.

Can I change the timer length?

Yes. You can change both the time before the cat appears and the break time from the app menu.

Does it need an internet connection?

The basic timer features work without an internet connection. An internet connection is required to download additional content or open the official website.

Can I dismiss the cat?

Yes. You can dismiss it from the app menu, or by pressing the dismiss button that appears in the bottom-right corner of the screen when the cat appears.

Are the cats real?

They are ideal cats created one by one with the help of AI, carefully adjusted to become the ultimate lovable distraction. They are not real cats, but I’m very confident in their cuteness. Please treat them kindly as little gatekeepers for your desk.

Can I use the assets in the app?

You are very welcome to share screenshots or posts about Cat Gatekeeper. Please do not use or redistribute the image or video assets themselves.

Will new cats be added?

Yes. More cats are planned for future updates.

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